JOB SUMMARY

　　The Registered Nurse on the Cardiac Telemetry unit is an essential member of the patient care team responsible for the delivery of direct and indirect patient care through the nursing process in all areas of the unit:Cardio-Pulmonary, dialysis, oncology and all general med/surgical patients treated on the unit. The RN will delegrate those interventions, which may be performed by others, supervises as appropriate, assists in maintaining a safe environment for the rendering of effective nursing care, provides education to patients, families and collaborates with other health professionals in teh planning an management of health care.

　　C2 is a fast-paced, 31-bed unit, serving a primarily geriatric population.

　　JOB REQUIREMENTS

　　Education:

　　Associate's Degree in Nursing (or 3-year Diploma) required, Bachelors degree preferred

　　Must possess a valid State of Maine RN license

　　BLS certification required

　　ACLS must be obtained within one year of hire

　　Must attend telemetry course during orienatation

　　Experience:

　　1-year previous nursing experience preferred

　　Other Skills Required:

　　Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal skills required

　　Responsible, supportive team player

　　We are an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, disability status, gender, sexual orientation, ancestry, protected veteran status, national origin, genetic information or any other legally protected status.